Today’s Birthday (11/23/15). Your professional influence rises this year. Expand your game to new levels. Explore the view. Home renovations this spring could disrupt your social calendar. New career developments after next autumn could pre-empt home activities. Emotional release provides freedom. Rising seas float all boats. Get your family on board.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Today is an 8 — The pace picks up. It’s especially busy today and tomorrow. Balance work with health. Consider what’s best for you and your family. Profit from meticulous service. Open the door to romance when it comes knocking.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is a 7 — Unexpected romance blooms. Take more time for play over the next two days. Relax and pay attention to someone interesting. Share fun and games with family and friends. Enjoy favorite past times and people. Practice your arts for unpredictable results.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Today is an 8 — Begin a practical domestic phase. Home and family matters require attention today and tomorrow. Clean house and cook up something delicious. Conserve resources together. Nudge others to be their best. Share love and comfort.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Today is a 9 — You learn quickly over the next few days, so take advantage. A brilliant idea could arise, or a windfall. Research, study and write. Put thoughts into expression. Use creative languages, like art, music or dance. Listen to your coach.

Aries (March 21-April 19)
Today is a 9 — Make financial arrangements over the next two days. Pay close attention to monitor the cash flow. It’s easy to overspend. Profitable opportunities arise, as well. Slow the pace to avoid accidents and misunderstandings. Take one step at a time.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today is a 7 — Personal matters need attention today and tomorrow. Meetings could conflict with family time. Help a loved one be patient with someone who’s hard to understand. Meditate for peace. Love grabs you when you’re not looking.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today is an 8 — Begin a two-day contemplative phase. Your dreams could seem prophetic. Tie up loose ends on a project. Gratitude sets the stage for what’s next. Consider what results you would love to generate. Imagine a possible future.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Today is an 8 — Friends are a big help over the next few days. Romance enters the picture, possibly from a distance. Participate with your community. Provide leadership. Just show up. There’s a mess to clean up. Practice acts of kindness.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today is a 9 — Assess the situation and prepare for inspection. Career matters occupy your time for the next few days. Be attentive; someone important is watching. Take on more responsibility. Gather support for your project. You can outsmart the competition.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Today is an 8 — Travel and study are favored. Dig into theory. Consider attending a seminar or class over the next two days. Listen to the views of others and form your own. Notice solutions. Write them down. Get creative.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Today is a 9 — Today and tomorrow are good for financial planning with a partner. Private conversation reveals what you agree and disagree on. Support each other. Compromise. Be meticulous; not picky. Wheeling and dealing may be required. Reward each other with a beautiful sunset.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Today is a 9 — Love hits you when you least expect it. Work with a partner over the next few days. Take care not to provoke jealousies. Family comes first. Moderate a disagreement. You see farther together. Call if you’ll be late.

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